2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2004 TVR T 350
To start off, 2004 TVR T 350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR T 350 (346 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (342 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 520 kg more than 2004 TVR T 350.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (520 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 TVR T 350. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 TVR T 350.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2004 TVR T 350 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
Model | CLK | T 350 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 57 L |